Manageable Wireless Access Points

The Bottom Line: The Buffalo WLA-G54C is the best wireless repeater we've seen to date, and it's a great building block for an expandable network.

Specs: Buffalo AirStation WLA2-G54C - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: The SMCWTK-G is a fast, easy way to add Wi-Fi to an Ethernet connection, but we like 3Com's travel router a little better.

Specs: SMC EZ Connect g SMCWTK-G Wireless Traveler's Kit - Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: The DWL-2210AP is packed with features well suited for small businesses.

Specs: D-Link AirPremier DWL-2210AP - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: This access point's high price will seem fair to those with a lot of wireless equipment.

Specs: NETGEAR WG302 802.11g ProSafe Wireless Access Point - Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: Compex's NetPassage WPE54G is a stylish and versatile miniature access point that performs well. Unfortunately, it's pricey, and it lacks Wi-Fi certification.

Specs: Compex NetPassage WPE54G - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: Small and light, the Asus WL-330 is inexpensive and can create a wireless network anywhere there's a broadband connection, but the device has disappointing range and weak security.

Specs: ASUS WL-330 Pocket Wireless Access Point - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, 11 Mbps

The Bottom Line: The AirPort Extreme performs well in a close-knit 802.11g network, but it's not fast enough in mixed mode to warrant upgrading.

Specs: Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station - Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, 54 Mbps

The Bottom Line: If you need an access point with great range that can also double as a wireless bridge, look no further than the AirPointPro.

Specs: smartBridges airPointPro sB2500 - Wireless access point, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, Fast Ethernet, 11 Mbps

Specs: ASUS WL-330gE - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Specs: Cisco Aironet 1230AG - Wireless access point, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 108 Mbps